Ashley Peniche Montenegro

At Gartman and Montenegro in Anaheim Hills, California, associate attorney Ashley Montenegro has built a dedicated practice centered on family law and divorce. Her work reflects a deep commitment to guiding clients through some of the most challenging transitions of their lives, approaching each case with both legal precision and genuine compassion.

Ms. Montenegro's path into law began with a strong academic foundation. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychology with a minor in Spanish from Loyola Marymount University, a combination that has proven invaluable in her legal career, giving her a nuanced understanding of the emotional dynamics that often underlie family law disputes. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from Trinity Law School in Southern California, where she sharpened the analytical and advocacy skills that define her practice today.

Since joining the Gartman and Montenegro team in 2010, Ms. Montenegro has spent nearly a decade immersed in the intricacies of family law. Over that time, she has developed considerable skill in handling custody and visitation disputes, domestic violence matters, and spousal support issues. Though still early in her career, she brings a maturity and depth of knowledge to her cases that reflects genuine passion for the field – family law is not simply her profession, but her calling.

Ms. Montenegro is fluent in Spanish, both spoken and written, allowing her to connect meaningfully with a broader range of clients and ensure that language is never a barrier to quality legal representation. Committed to the legal community, she is an active member of the Orange County Women Lawyers Association and the Orange County Bar Association, where she has participated since 2018 in both the Family Law Section and the Young Lawyers Division.

Se habla español.